Apple Pomegranate Salad

By DrChef

Fuji, Ginger Gold, and Pink Lady apples are good choices here because they resist browning.

PER SERVING: 141 CAL; 4 G PROT; 4.5 G TOTAL FAT (2.5 G SAT FAT); 22 G CARB; 7 MG CHOL; 71 MG SOD; 2 G FIBER; 17 G SUGARS

Ingredients

• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped (¼ cup)
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbs. honey
• 12 cups mesclun salad mix
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 3 oz. goat cheese, crumbled (¾ cup)
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in small skillet over low heat. Add shallot, and sauté 4 minutes, or until soft. Remove from heat, and stir in balsamic vinegar and honey. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Combine mesclun mix and apple slices in large salad bowl. Drizzle with half of shallot dressing, and toss to coat. Divide salad among six plates. Top with goat cheese, pomegranate seeds, and remaining dressing.